De romp
Example: De romp van het vliegtuig werd grondig geïnspecteerd voor vertrek.
Definition
"De romp" refers to the main body or fuselage of an aircraft, which houses the crew, passengers, and cargo. It is the central structure to which the wings and tail assembly are attached and plays a crucial role in the plane's aerodynamics and structural integrity.
Etymology
The Dutch word "de romp" originates from Middle Dutch, related to the English word 'rump,' meaning the hind part of the body. In aviation, "de romp" specifically came to denote the central body of an aircraft, reflecting its function as the core structure supporting other components.
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"De romp" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - Air travel & Aviation - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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